March 22, 2021
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This is why mental health should be a political priority
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum.
Author: Katharine Rooney, Senior Writer , Formative Content
Depression and anxiety are up to three times as likely for those on low incomes.
55% of women report a significant impact from COVID-19-related income loss.
Unemployed people are less mentally and physically resilient than those in work.
It’s an age-old question: does money make us happier? The answer, it seems, is yes, when it comes to the links between poverty and poor mental health. The good news is that, according to a new study, targeted financial support and low-cost therapeutic interventions can help.